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'''Harinie Jeevitha''' ({{lang-ta|ஹரிணி ஜீவிதா }}; born 16 January 1995) is a [[Indian people|Indian]] [[Classical Indian dance|classical dancer]] and [[choreographer]]. The disciple of Smt Sheela Unnikrishnan of Sridevi Nrithyalaya, she started dancing at the young age of six in the Melattur style of Bharathanatyam (Bharatanatyam).<ref>{{Cite web|last=|first=|date=|title=The Madras Music Academy Dance Festival - Day 5|url=https://narthaki.com/info/rev17/rev1997.html|url-status=live|archive-url=|archive-date=|access-date=|website=Narthaki}}</ref>
'''Harinie Jeevitha''' (Tamil: ஹரிணி ஜீவிதா) is an Indian classical dancer and choreographer. A senior disciple of Sheela Unnikrishnan of Sridevi Nrithyalaya,<ref name="SheelaUnni">{{Citation needed|date=December 2025}}</ref> she started training at the age of six in the Melattur style of Bharatanatyam<ref name="Training">{{Citation needed|date=December 2025}}</ref> and, within three months, performed a small role in the production ''Balaramayanam''.<ref name="BalaRamayanam">{{Citation needed|date=December 2025}}</ref>


Critics and connoisseurs have applauded her for bringing depth, passion and spontaneity into her work. Harinie Jeevitha is a dancer conferred with '''Bal Shree''' title from National '''BalBhavan''', 2009.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web|last=|first=|date=|title=Drama and Bhakti that keep up with rhythm|url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/chennai/2018/jan/09/drama-and-bhakti-that-keep-up-with-rhythm-1749229.html|url-status=live|archive-url=|archive-date=|access-date=|website=}}</ref> She has performed in major festivals in India and has also displayed her talent in many cultural capitals of the world.
From a very young age, Harinie became a well-known name in dance circles and is "recognized for the depth of research, understanding, and internalization" she brings to her performances.<ref>{{Citation needed|date=December 2025}}</ref> According to ''The Hans India'', Harinie brought "conversational vibrancy" to her work through her "skillful blending of nritta, natya, and abhinaya".<ref>{{Citation needed|date=December 2025}}</ref>


She has also written a book, “Perspectives,” illustrated by Meghna Unnikrishnan.
At the age of 9, she performed her first solo<ref name=":2">{{Cite web |date=2023-10-31 |title=Harinie Jeevitha: Fine Blending of Tradition and Innovation |url=https://indiaartreview.com/stories/harinie-jeevitha-bharatanatyam/ |access-date=2025-06-20 |language=en-US}}</ref> and completed her [[Arangetram (dance)|arangetram]] in 2006.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web |last= |first= |date= |title=Drama and Bhakti that keep up with rhythm |url=https://www.newindianexpress.com/cities/chennai/2018/jan/09/drama-and-bhakti-that-keep-up-with-rhythm-1749229.html |access-date= |website=}}</ref> From a very young age, Harinie became a well-known name in dance circles and is 'recognized for the depth of research, understanding, and internalization' she brings to her performances.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Gangavalli |first=Anna Rao |date=2024-12-12 |title=A Mesmerising Celebration of Bharatanatyam in Hyderabad |url=https://www.thehansindia.com/featured/women/a-mesmerising-celebration-of-bharatanatyam-in-hyderabad-929015 |access-date=2025-06-20 |website=www.thehansindia.com |language=en}}</ref> According to ''Hans India'', Harinie brought 'conversational vibrancy' to her work through her 'skillful blending of ''nritta'', ''natya'', and ''abhinaya''. <ref>{{Cite web |last=Gangavalli |first=Anna Rao |date=2024-12-12 |title=A Mesmerising Celebration of Bharatanatyam in Hyderabad |url=https://www.thehansindia.com/featured/women/a-mesmerising-celebration-of-bharatanatyam-in-hyderabad-929015 |access-date=2025-06-20 |website=www.thehansindia.com |language=en}}</ref><blockquote>"Harinie’s performance stood out for its grace and artistry." ''The Hindu, 2024 <ref name=":1">{{Cite news |last=Ramadevi |first=B. |date=2024-04-22 |title=Harinie Jeevitha’s ‘Varadarajam Upasmahe’ had all the artistic elements in the right proportion |url=https://www.thehindu.com/entertainment/dance/harinie-jeevithas-varadarajam-upasmahe-had-all-the-artistic-elements-in-the-right-proportion/article68093449.ece |access-date=2025-06-20 |work=The Hindu |language=en-IN |issn=0971-751X}}</ref>''</blockquote>
[[File:Parsvanikutttakam.jpg|left|thumb|''Parsvanikutttakam'' - one of the 108 karanas in the classical Indian dance.]]
In 2009, Harinie was conferred the Bal Shree title by the [[National Bal Bhavan]] in the field of Creative Performance, an honor constituted by the [[Government of India]].<ref name=":0" /> Dance critic, Rupa Srikanth of ''The Hindu'' described Harinie as 'a dancer who has it all: a personable presence, an excellent sense of timing, grace, agility, suppleness, perfection in execution, an expressive face, and a palpable passion.' <ref>{{Cite news |date=2015-07-02 |title=Full of verve |url=https://www.thehindu.com/features/friday-review/dance/full-of-verve/article7379538.ece |access-date=2025-06-20 |work=The Hindu |language=en-IN |issn=0971-751X}}</ref> 


== Awards & choreographies ==
In 2023, after participating in eighteen dance dramas choreographed by her teacher, Harinie presented her first independent production, titled ''Varadarajam Upasmahe.'' <ref name=":2" />


* Was awarded the Balashree title from National BalBhavan, 2010<ref name=":0" />
She has authored and published two poetry collections: ''Perspectives'' and ''The Siblings of Kanchipuram: A Garland of Poems''.<ref>{{Cite web |title=Harinie Jeevitha |url=https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/21957790.Harinie_Jeevitha |access-date=2025-06-20 |website=www.goodreads.com}}</ref>
 
Harinie continues to perform at prestigious dance festivals in India and abroad as part of Sheela Unnikrishnan's troupe, and has also conducted international dance workshops alongside her teacher.<ref name=":3">{{Cite web |title=Harinie Jeevitha detailed |url=https://www.sridevinrithyalaya.com/harinie-jeevitha |access-date=2025-06-20 |website=Sridevi Nrithyalaya |language=en}}</ref>
 
== Education ==
[[File:Indian-dance.png|thumb|Harinie Jeevitha]]
Harinie graduated with a degree in English Literature and later completed her post-graduation in Dance. <ref name=":2" /> She was awarded a scholarship by the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, under the Scholarship to Young Artists Scheme for the years 2015–16 and 2016–17. <ref name=":3" />
 
Harinie is also an 'A' grade artiste with [[Doordarshan]].<ref name=":3" />
 
== Awards & Recognition ==
 
* Bala Shree title from National Bal Bhavan, 2009<ref name=":0" />
* Won the Excellency Award by the VDS Arts Academy
* Won the Excellency Award by the VDS Arts Academy
* Received Ranjani Rajan Award as the Best Dancer
* Received Ranjani Rajan Award as the Best Dancer
* Got the 1st prize at the Classical Duo (with Archana Raja) and the 2nd at the Classical Solo dance contests of Akhil Bharatiya Sanskrutik Sangh (Pune, 2009)
* 1st prize at the Classical Duo (with Archana Raja) and the 2nd at the Classical Solo dance contests of Akhil Bharatiya Sanskrutik Sangh (Pune, 2009)
* Got the 1st prize in the final round of Konjum Salangai dance competition series by Doordarshan TV (Podigai), 2008
* 1st prize in the final round of Konjum Salangai dance competition series by Doordarshan TV (Podigai), 2008
* Won the 1st prize (Feb 2008) and 2nd prize (2009) in the all-India level (mixed age group) Bharatanatyam * competition in Hyderabad organized by Navya Nataka Samiti
* 1st prize (Feb 2008) and 2nd prize (2009) in the all-India level (mixed age group) Bharatanatyam * competition in Hyderabad organized by Navya Nataka Samiti
* Won the 1st prize in the all-India level Bharatanatyam competition in Bangalore (2008) conducted by Gopinath Das Nyasa
* 1st prize in the all-India level Bharatanatyam competition in Bangalore (2008) conducted by Gopinath Das Nyasa
* Won the 1st prize in Thaka-Dhimi-Tha, a dance competition show conducted by Jaya TV
* 1st prize in Thaka-Dhimi-Tha, a dance competition show conducted by Jaya TV
* Won the 1st prize in Bharathanatyam dance contest conducted by Sivan Arts Academy (2005)
* 1st prize in Bharathanatyam dance contest conducted by Sivan Arts Academy (2005)
* Won the 1st prize in the junior category at the Bharatanatyam contest by Concern India in 2009
* 1st prize in the junior category at the Bharatanatyam contest by Concern India in 2009
* Won the Best Bharatanatyam Dancer 2007 Award in the Junior Category from the Auroville Cultural Exchange
* Best Bharatanatyam Dancer 2007 Award in the Junior Category from the Auroville Cultural Exchange
* Prize from Kanaka Sabha (Mumbai) in all-India Level Competition
* Prize from Kanaka Sabha (Mumbai) in all-India Level Competition
* Prizes in Jawahar Bala Bhawan (Tamil Nadu) state- and Chennai district- level competitions
* Prizes in Jawahar Bala Bhawan ([[Tamil Nadu]]) state- and Chennai district- level competitions
* 1st prize in the Jaya Vidya Learning Centre's Bharata natyam contest
* 1st prize in the Jaya Vidya Learning Centre's Bharatanatyam contest
* Received the YGP Golden Jubilee Award as the "Best Actor" is also a recipient of the Bharat Kalachar scholarships for dance for 2004 - 2010
* Received the YGP Golden Jubilee Award as the "Best Actor" is also a recipient of the Bharat Kalachar scholarships for dance for 2004 - 2010
== Notable Solo Performances (Abroad) ==
Source:<ref name=":3" />
* Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (2020)
* Sydney, Australia (2019)
* Melbourne, Australia (2018)
* Toronto, Canada (2017)
* Singapore (2014)
* Oslo, Norway (2012)
== Notable Solo Performances (India) ==
Source:<ref name=":3" />
* Kartik Fine Arts (2020)
* SABHA, Sridevi Nrithyalaya (2020)
* [[Narada Gana Sabha]] (2019)
* IIT, Mumbai (2019)
* Chamber concerts in Bangalore (2019)
* Sri Krishna Gana Sabha (2019)
* Annual Dance Festival, The Music Academy (2019)
* Sri Krishna Gana Sabha (2018)
* Satyam Sivam Sundaram (2018)
* Sri Krishna Gana Sabha (2017)
* Annual Dance Festival, The Music Academy (2017)
* Mid Year Dance Festival, Music Academy (2016)
* Satyam Sivam Sundaram (2016)
* Sri Krishna Gana Sabha (2016)
* HCL Concert Series, Music Academy (2015)
* Natyarangam, Narada Gana Sabha (2015)
* RR Sabha (2014)
* Spirit of Youth, Music Academy (2014)
* Mylapore Fine Arts Club (2013)
* Sri Krishna Gana Sabha (2013)
* Thyaga Brahma Gana Sabha (2012)
* Indian Fine Arts Society (2012)
* Sri Krishna Gana Sabha (2011)
* Yuva Utsav, Bharat Kalachar (2011)
* Satyam Sivam Sundaram (2011)
* Brahma Gana Sabha (2010)
* Thyaga Brahma Gana Sabha (2010)
* Kartik Fine Arts (2009)
* Nungambakkam Cultural Academy (2008)
* Parthasarathy Swami Sabha (2007)
* VDS Arts Academy (2007)
* Guruvayur Temple, Trivandrum (2006)
* Pollachi Tamil Sangham (2006)
* Balasaraswathi Festival (2005)
* VDS Arts Academy (2004)


== References ==
== References ==
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==Sources==
==Sources==
*[http://www.thehindu.com/features/friday-review/dance/how-youngsters-perceive-a-future-in-dance/article3425200.ece The Hindu]
*[http://www.thehindu.com/features/friday-review/dance/how-youngsters-perceive-a-future-in-dance/article3425200.ece The Hindu]
*[http://epaper.timesofindia.com/Default/Scripting/ArchiveView.asp?Skin=TOINEW&Daily=TOICH&AppName=1&BaseHref=TOICH%2F2010%2F03%2F17&GZ=T&Enter=true&Page=27 Times of India]
*[https://web.archive.org/web/20160303235848/http://epaper.timesofindia.com/Default/Scripting/ArchiveView.asp?Skin=TOINEW&Daily=TOICH&AppName=1&BaseHref=TOICH/2010/03/17&GZ=T&Enter=true&Page=27 Times of India]
*[http://bharatanatyam2dance.wordpress.com/2009/02/06/bharatanatyam-maintaining-a-competitive-edge-bharata-natyam-dancer-harinie-jeevitha-and-the-natya-shastras-karanas-is-bharatnatyam-a-classical-indian-dance-or-folk-bharathanatyam-in-chenna/ Bharatanatyam]{{Unreliable source?|certain=y|reason=Self-published blog.|date=June 2016}}
 
*[https://narthaki.com/info/rev15/rev1775.html Narthaki]


== External links ==
== External links ==
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3KbndB5alc8 YouTube]
* [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3KbndB5alc8 YouTube]
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Harinie Jeevitha
Born
Harinie Jeevitha Narasimhan

(1995-01-16) January 16, 1995 (age 31)
India
OccupationBharatanatyam dancer, Choreographer, Author
Years active2005–present
Known forBharatanatyam
StyleMelattur

Harinie Jeevitha (Tamil: ஹரிணி ஜீவிதா) is an Indian classical dancer and choreographer. A senior disciple of Sheela Unnikrishnan of Sridevi Nrithyalaya,[1] she started training at the age of six in the Melattur style of Bharatanatyam[2] and, within three months, performed a small role in the production Balaramayanam.[3]

From a very young age, Harinie became a well-known name in dance circles and is "recognized for the depth of research, understanding, and internalization" she brings to her performances.[4] According to The Hans India, Harinie brought "conversational vibrancy" to her work through her "skillful blending of nritta, natya, and abhinaya".[5]

At the age of 9, she performed her first solo[6] and completed her arangetram in 2006.[7] From a very young age, Harinie became a well-known name in dance circles and is 'recognized for the depth of research, understanding, and internalization' she brings to her performances.[8] According to Hans India, Harinie brought 'conversational vibrancy' to her work through her 'skillful blending of nritta, natya, and abhinaya. [9]

"Harinie’s performance stood out for its grace and artistry." The Hindu, 2024 [10]

Parsvanikutttakam - one of the 108 karanas in the classical Indian dance.

In 2009, Harinie was conferred the Bal Shree title by the National Bal Bhavan in the field of Creative Performance, an honor constituted by the Government of India.[7] Dance critic, Rupa Srikanth of The Hindu described Harinie as 'a dancer who has it all: a personable presence, an excellent sense of timing, grace, agility, suppleness, perfection in execution, an expressive face, and a palpable passion.' [11]

In 2023, after participating in eighteen dance dramas choreographed by her teacher, Harinie presented her first independent production, titled Varadarajam Upasmahe. [6]

She has authored and published two poetry collections: Perspectives and The Siblings of Kanchipuram: A Garland of Poems.[12]

Harinie continues to perform at prestigious dance festivals in India and abroad as part of Sheela Unnikrishnan's troupe, and has also conducted international dance workshops alongside her teacher.[13]

Education[edit | edit source]

Harinie Jeevitha

Harinie graduated with a degree in English Literature and later completed her post-graduation in Dance. [6] She was awarded a scholarship by the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, under the Scholarship to Young Artists Scheme for the years 2015–16 and 2016–17. [13]

Harinie is also an 'A' grade artiste with Doordarshan.[13]

Awards & Recognition[edit | edit source]

  • Bala Shree title from National Bal Bhavan, 2009[7]
  • Won the Excellency Award by the VDS Arts Academy
  • Received Ranjani Rajan Award as the Best Dancer
  • 1st prize at the Classical Duo (with Archana Raja) and the 2nd at the Classical Solo dance contests of Akhil Bharatiya Sanskrutik Sangh (Pune, 2009)
  • 1st prize in the final round of Konjum Salangai dance competition series by Doordarshan TV (Podigai), 2008
  • 1st prize (Feb 2008) and 2nd prize (2009) in the all-India level (mixed age group) Bharatanatyam * competition in Hyderabad organized by Navya Nataka Samiti
  • 1st prize in the all-India level Bharatanatyam competition in Bangalore (2008) conducted by Gopinath Das Nyasa
  • 1st prize in Thaka-Dhimi-Tha, a dance competition show conducted by Jaya TV
  • 1st prize in Bharathanatyam dance contest conducted by Sivan Arts Academy (2005)
  • 1st prize in the junior category at the Bharatanatyam contest by Concern India in 2009
  • Best Bharatanatyam Dancer 2007 Award in the Junior Category from the Auroville Cultural Exchange
  • Prize from Kanaka Sabha (Mumbai) in all-India Level Competition
  • Prizes in Jawahar Bala Bhawan (Tamil Nadu) state- and Chennai district- level competitions
  • 1st prize in the Jaya Vidya Learning Centre's Bharatanatyam contest
  • Received the YGP Golden Jubilee Award as the "Best Actor" is also a recipient of the Bharat Kalachar scholarships for dance for 2004 - 2010

Notable Solo Performances (Abroad)[edit | edit source]

Source:[13]

  • Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (2020)
  • Sydney, Australia (2019)
  • Melbourne, Australia (2018)
  • Toronto, Canada (2017)
  • Singapore (2014)
  • Oslo, Norway (2012)

Notable Solo Performances (India)[edit | edit source]

Source:[13]

  • Kartik Fine Arts (2020)
  • SABHA, Sridevi Nrithyalaya (2020)
  • Narada Gana Sabha (2019)
  • IIT, Mumbai (2019)
  • Chamber concerts in Bangalore (2019)
  • Sri Krishna Gana Sabha (2019)
  • Annual Dance Festival, The Music Academy (2019)
  • Sri Krishna Gana Sabha (2018)
  • Satyam Sivam Sundaram (2018)
  • Sri Krishna Gana Sabha (2017)
  • Annual Dance Festival, The Music Academy (2017)
  • Mid Year Dance Festival, Music Academy (2016)
  • Satyam Sivam Sundaram (2016)
  • Sri Krishna Gana Sabha (2016)
  • HCL Concert Series, Music Academy (2015)
  • Natyarangam, Narada Gana Sabha (2015)
  • RR Sabha (2014)
  • Spirit of Youth, Music Academy (2014)
  • Mylapore Fine Arts Club (2013)
  • Sri Krishna Gana Sabha (2013)
  • Thyaga Brahma Gana Sabha (2012)
  • Indian Fine Arts Society (2012)
  • Sri Krishna Gana Sabha (2011)
  • Yuva Utsav, Bharat Kalachar (2011)
  • Satyam Sivam Sundaram (2011)
  • Brahma Gana Sabha (2010)
  • Thyaga Brahma Gana Sabha (2010)
  • Kartik Fine Arts (2009)
  • Nungambakkam Cultural Academy (2008)
  • Parthasarathy Swami Sabha (2007)
  • VDS Arts Academy (2007)
  • Guruvayur Temple, Trivandrum (2006)
  • Pollachi Tamil Sangham (2006)
  • Balasaraswathi Festival (2005)
  • VDS Arts Academy (2004)

References[edit | edit source]

  1. ↑ [citation needed]
  2. ↑ [citation needed]
  3. ↑ [citation needed]
  4. ↑ [citation needed]
  5. ↑ [citation needed]
  6. ↑ 6.0 6.1 6.2 "Harinie Jeevitha: Fine Blending of Tradition and Innovation". 31 October 2023. Retrieved 20 June 2025.
  7. ↑ 7.0 7.1 7.2 "Drama and Bhakti that keep up with rhythm".
  8. ↑ Gangavalli, Anna Rao (12 December 2024). "A Mesmerising Celebration of Bharatanatyam in Hyderabad". www.thehansindia.com. Retrieved 20 June 2025.
  9. ↑ Gangavalli, Anna Rao (12 December 2024). "A Mesmerising Celebration of Bharatanatyam in Hyderabad". www.thehansindia.com. Retrieved 20 June 2025.
  10. ↑ Ramadevi, B. (22 April 2024). "Harinie Jeevitha's 'Varadarajam Upasmahe' had all the artistic elements in the right proportion". The Hindu. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 20 June 2025.
  11. ↑ "Full of verve". The Hindu. 2 July 2015. ISSN 0971-751X. Retrieved 20 June 2025.
  12. ↑ "Harinie Jeevitha". www.goodreads.com. Retrieved 20 June 2025.
  13. ↑ 13.0 13.1 13.2 13.3 13.4 "Harinie Jeevitha detailed". Sridevi Nrithyalaya. Retrieved 20 June 2025.

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External links[edit | edit source]

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